Deputy Superintendent

Esd113; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Deputy Superintendent to oversee day-to-day district operations and provide leadership to department heads across Student Services, Athletics, Title IX, Wellness, and more. The role acts as equivalent to the superintendent in their absence and serves on the Superintendent's Executive Cabinet.

The position requires high-level supervisory work, strategic planning, budgeting, and strong policy interpretation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education required
• Doctorate in School Administration or related area preferred
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred
• Minimum seven years' experience as building or district administrator preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Establish and implement budgeting and fiscal management systems
• Manage data collection and reporting; investigate issues and write reports
• Develop goals and long-range plans and implement programs and services
• Communicate with parents and community; conduct presentations and classes for adults
• Oversee district-wide day-to-day operations
• Coordinate budgets for assigned areas per policies
• Serve as superintendent's designee on student hearings and appeals
• Attend Board of Education meetings as needed
• Facilitate department improvement plans
• Perform related work as required

Skills

Public school knowledge

Leadership & supervision

Budget development

Data & reporting

Communication skills

Policy interpretation

Public relations

Strategic planning

Team collaboration

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Doctorate in School Administration (preferred)

NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred

7+ years district admin experience (preferred)

Equivalent combination of experience/education

Tools

Specialized tools/ software related to business needs

Job description

Licensed District and School Administrators - Central Office - Central Office Administrator

Job Number 4600325155

Start Date

Open Date 09/15/2026

Closing Date 12/31/2026

General Definition of Work

The Deputy Superintendent, under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision-making discretion overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school system. This includes providing leadership and oversight to department heads in Student Services; Athletics; Student Planning, Placement & Programs; Title IX; Student Wellness; Student Behavior Support; and the CMS Police Department. This position serves as the "acting

superintendent" in the absence of the superintendent. The employee is a member of the

Superintendent's Executive Cabinet. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to a wide variety of programs and activities under the direction of the Superintendent.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PG 16/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Establish and implement budgeting and fiscal management systems consistent with local, state, and federal requirements
• Manage the collection and completion of required data; investigate issues and write reports
• Direct and lead the development of goals, the preparation of short and long-range plans, and the implementation of programs and services
• Communicate/problem solve with parents and other community members and conducts presentations, information sharing services, and classes for adult audiences
• Manage and evaluate district wide day-to-day operations
• Assist in the preparation of long-range financial planning for assigned areas
• Remain abreast of and interpret laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies affecting areas of responsibility.
• Confer with attorneys concerning legal issues and litigation, and provides direction regarding legal and policy interpretations
• Assist and coordinate the preparation and administration of the budgets for assigned areas in compliance with established local, state, and federal policies and regulations
• Serve as the superintendent's designee on all student related hearings and appeals
• Maintain visibility in schools, areas of business operations and community
• Serve, upon assignment by the superintendent, as a resource person to various public interest groups
• Attend meetings in the absence of the superintendent to represent the district, make presentations and respond to public inquiries
• Report to the superintendent on the status of district programs and initiatives
• Attend regular and called meetings of the Board of Education as needed/required
• Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Facilitate the development of the department's improvement plan
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of public schools
• Comprehensive knowledge of school board and administrator objectives, procedures, and organization
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations regarding curriculum planning and organizational development
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education required
• Doctorate degree in School Administration or related area preferred
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred
• Minimum of seven (7) years' experience as building or district administrator preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

# of Jobs 1.00

Teacher Scale N

Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelors

Term 12 Month

Additional Job Information

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
• Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and the use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
• Must be on-call as a regular part of the job

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.